Ixora ‘Maui’ vs. ‘Norah’: Fixing Yellowing, Poor Blooming in Jacksonville, FL

Diagnosing Ixora Problems

A Jacksonville gardener has 10 Ixoras; ‘Maui’ yellows, gets spindly, and blooms little, while ‘Norah’ thrives. Both are acid‑loving. Miracle‑Gro for acid lovers didn’t help.

Targeted Fertilizer Recommendations

• Sunniland Palm & Ixora Fertilizer – formulated for these plants; corporate HQ in Sanford, FL.
• Vigoro Palm & Ixora Fertilizer Spikes – easy to apply; see Vigoro product page.

Why General Acid Fertilizers May Fail

Ixoras have specific micronutrient needs (especially iron, manganese, magnesium) that palm/ixora blends provide. Soil pH should be 5.0‑5.5; test and adjust with sulfur if needed.

Additional Care Tips

• Ensure good drainage; Ixoras hate wet feet.
• Mulch with pine bark or needles to maintain acidity.
• Prune after flowering to encourage bushiness.